Infographic: Brief History of the Magna Carta
For over two centuries, our Nation has adhered to the rule of law as the foundation for a safe, free, and just society. President Eisenhower, seeking to formally recognize this tradition, established Law Day in 1958 as “a day of national dedication to the principles of government under law.” Each Law Day, we celebrate our commitment to the rule of law and to upholding the fundamental principles enshrined in our founding documents. America’s founding documents can trace roots to the Magna Carta, which laid the groundwork for democracy as we know it today. As the infographic nearby suggests, the Magna Carta established several key principles: No taxation without representation, Right to a fair trial, No one is above the law – not even a king.
